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1st Shift Maintenance Technician

1st Shift Maintenance Technician

RM Palmer CompanyReading, PA, US
30+ days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

#ComeJoinTheFun at RM Palmer as a 1st Shift Maintenance Technician!

At R.M. Palmer Company, our mission is clear : "Driving innovation that celebrates life’s special moments, by focusing on value and integrity while making candy fun in everything we do."

We take pride in blending creativity and tradition to deliver products that spark joy, bring smiles, and create lasting memories —one chocolate at a time.

Why join us?

  • Grow Your Skills : Continuing education opportunities to support your growth.
  • We’ve Got You Covered : Company-provided uniforms.
  • Weekly Pay : Enjoy the convenience of receiving your paycheck every week.
  • Tools to Succeed : Starter toolbox and tools provided & allowance.
  • Earn More, Sooner : Sign-on bonus—$1,500 after 3 months, $2,500 after 6 months, and $5,000 after 9 months.
  • Enjoy Your Time Off : Rotating weekends with every other weekend off.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, and vision coverage with affordable rates starting at just $19 / week and multiple coverage tiers. Employer-paid basic life insurance ($10,000), with optional additional coverage.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan : 3% employer contribution in addition to match, totally up to 5%.

Maintenance Technicians play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly. In this role, you will perform routine and preventive maintenance to install, maintain, repair, and disassemble machines, machinery parts, and mechanical equipment.

  • Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems to repair and maintain sitewide equipment and processes.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues reported by operators; perform both repairs and preventative maintenance on production and non-production equipment.
  • Complete daily, preventative, and predictive maintenance activities with a focus on food safety and reducing equipment failures.
  • Collaborate with the maintenance team to update PM procedures, prioritize maintenance jobs, and contribute ideas to improve plant operations.
  • Safely operate standard maintenance tools and work with trades / components such as electrical, welding, pipefitting, fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication systems, and more.
  • Read and interpret electrical / mechanical schematics, blueprints, and operation manuals to troubleshoot, modify, and install equipment.
  • Accurately document completed work and findings in maintenance software.
  • Promote teamwork and continuous improvement through regular interaction with peers and management.
  • Follow all safety policies, maintain a clean work environment, and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Requirements :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 2-year technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).
  • Experience with a CMMS system is a plus.
  • Food manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • Education or hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with the ability to perform effective repairs.
  • Ability to read and apply technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills with strong attention to detail and organization.

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